Lot 378: India, Ahichchatra dynasty of Pancala. Achyu. Ca. A.D. 300-350. Æ 1/8 karshapana.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 29 (Auction 340)

Description

India, Ahichchatra dynasty of Pancala. Achyu. Ca. A.D. 300-350. Æ 1/8 karshapana (13 mm, 1.72 g). Brahmi legend Achyu / Wheel with 6 spokes . MACW 4728 var.. A pleasing specimen of this scarce ruler. Choice. .

Achyu was the last ruler of the Pancala kingdom. He was defeated by Samudragupta and his territory annexed to the growing Gupta empire.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 378
Listing #: 201318
Closed: Friday, September 13, 2019 6:05:40 PM CT
Estimate: $45

Sold Winning Bid: $32
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Description

Achyu was the last ruler of the Pancala kingdom. He was defeated by Samudragupta and his territory annexed to the growing Gupta empire.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 378
Listing #: 201318
Closed: Friday, September 13, 2019 6:05:40 PM CT
Estimate: $45